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Ultimate Thai Peanut Sauce Recipe

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This Ultimate Thai Peanut Sauce is a rich, creamy, and flavorful condiment perfect for drizzling over noodles, salads, grilled meats, or as a dipping sauce. Made with natural creamy peanut butter, a balance of savory soy sauce, sweet honey or maple syrup, tangy rice vinegar, and a hint of heat from red pepper flakes, it delivers an authentic Thai taste in just 10 minutes.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • ½ cup creamy peanut butter (Natural is best)
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (Use a low-sodium version)
  • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (For a vegan option)
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (Adjust to taste)
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • Water (Add as needed to adjust consistency)

Garnishes

  • Crushed peanuts (For garnish)
  • Lime wedges (For garnish)
  • Fresh cilantro (For garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preparation: Gather all ingredients and have them ready. Mince the garlic finely and set aside.
  2. Mix Base Ingredients: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the creamy peanut butter, soy sauce, honey or maple syrup, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and cohesive.
  3. Add Flavorings: Incorporate the minced garlic and crushed red pepper flakes into the mixture, stirring well to evenly distribute the flavors.
  4. Adjust Consistency: Gradually add water little by little while stirring until the sauce reaches your desired consistency—smooth and pourable.
  5. Taste and Adjust: Sample the sauce and adjust the seasoning by adding more honey for sweetness, soy sauce for saltiness, or red pepper flakes for heat according to your preference.
  6. Serve and Garnish: Transfer the sauce into a serving bowl. Garnish with crushed peanuts, lime wedges, and fresh cilantro if desired. The sauce is now ready to complement your dishes.

Notes

  • For a vegan version, use maple syrup instead of honey.
  • Adjust red pepper flakes carefully to control the heat level.
  • Add water gradually to avoid making the sauce too thin.
  • This sauce can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to one week.
  • Use natural peanut butter without added sugars or oils for the best flavor and health benefits.

Keywords: Thai peanut sauce, creamy peanut sauce, vegan Thai sauce, dipping sauce, peanut dressing, gluten free, easy peanut sauce

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